Best Matthew Whitaker Podcasts (2024)

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Matthew Whitaker: On their shoulders, An Organ Tribute 22:52

12d ago22:52

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At 23 years old, Matthew Whitaker is called a "genius" by Jon Batiste, an internationally recognized more for his prodigious talents and inspirational story. On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute is a soulful, 7-track shout-out to the Hammond B-3 organ pioneers who paved the way for him including Jimmy Smith, Charles Earland, Dr. Lonnie Smith and Jo…

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Discovering the Path to Reading Fluency with Timothy Rasinski, Ph.D. 35:23

12m ago35:23

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“Phonics is the topic that we focus on when we talk about the science of reading, but fluency has got to be part of that equation as well.” Dr. Timothy Rasinski, Professor of Literacy Education at Kent State University, joins us for an inspiring conversation about the importance of developing reading fluency as part of effective literacy instructio…

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008: Identity and Integrity After Pain and Loss with Steve Carter 48:44

2h ago48:44

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What do you do when you’ve given your life to a cause and calling, to have only to find yourself walking away? Steve Carter was named as one of two successors to Bill Hybels at Willow Creek Community Church. When the allegations against Hybels broke national news, it all changed. Ultimately, Steve sided with the women who told their stories and res…

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Experience Chris Botti on Kofifi FM 97.2 21:42

4h ago21:42

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The Joy of Jazz is weeks away and The K Jazz Show has been mapping the road to Johannesburg’s favourite festival and for the past few months you and I have been chatting to some of the festival’s headliners. These names have included international stars and our very own homegrown contemporaries , getting us excited and ready to witness the 25th edi…

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LinkedIn Complainers + Easy Strategies to Elevate Your Profile Like a Pro 1:22:28

2h ago1:22:28

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Josh goes off on job hunters who complain about LinkedIn citing a recent article from SFGate. He attempts to set the record straight on the benefits of the platform, the hypocrisy of anti-capitalists in America, and the risks of whining to reporters or the public at large when you're on the job hunt. The show helps you unlock the secrets to turboch…

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Transformative Literacy Practices to Empower All Learners and Educators 36:06

8d ago36:06

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“Early childhood is this golden moment for orthographic mapping.” In this powerful episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we're joined by Dr. Katharine Pace Miles, Associate Professor at Brooklyn College, City University of New York. Dr. Miles is renowned for her extensive research in orthographic mapping, high-frequency word learning, and devel…

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007: Forced Forgiveness: Misinterpreting Matthew 18 with Dr. Scot McKnight 44:57

9d ago44:57

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TW/CW: references to sexual assault Have you ever had Matthew 18 used against you? Far too often, the forgiveness passage in Matthew 18:15–17 is weaponized against those who experience hurt and harm. Victims are forced to face their abusers, and there is no real reconciliation. The abuser walks away “forgiven” and restored, and the abused walks awa…

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Gabi Motuba and The Sabbath on Kofifi FM 97.2 20:06

13d ago20:06

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Vocalist, Composer, Bandleader and Educator stopped by The K Jazz Show to introduce the brand new project "The Sabbath" ahead of the release in September, we got to unpack and listen to this new body of work, exploring the themes more. Listen closer.By Ngwako Malakalaka

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Drummer Lelo Mazibuko presents New Age Inc: Faces, on Kofifi FM 97.2 36:35

2d ago36:35

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Our guest this Sunday, began his walk with music back in New Castle in KZN, was born into generations of musical tradition with family members made up of singers and instrumentalists. Musical heritage became second nature to Sphelelo & he was inevitably destined to respond to the passion of music in a big way. We’ve seen him on the various bandstan…

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006: A New Evangelical Movement (or something) with Tim Whitaker 36:30

7d ago36:30

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This episode contains some explicit language and political content. It does not reflect the views of Broken to Beloved and is not an endorsement of any political view or side. Have you ever found yourself scratching your head when it comes to what church leaders say and what they do? Have you experienced the cognitive dissonance of condemning behav…

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Achieving Success in SaaS Sales and Beyond 1:17:00

12d ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Uncover the secrets to mastering a career in sales within the Salesforce ecosystem, guided by the insights of Dylan Ferguson, a seasoned professional with 17 years of experience. This episode promises to enrich your understanding of SaaS sales, the nuances of effective interviewing, and the significance of resilience and adaptability in a sales rol…

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005: Finding Liberation and Reclaiming Agency through a New Story with Cait West 46:33

14d ago46:33

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Episode 5: Finding Liberation and Reclaiming Agency Through a New Story with Cait West "By giving voice to the cognitive dissonance required to be a woman under the patriarchy, you robbed it of its power." — Barbie What does it take to break free from a life controlled by religious patriarchy? Cait shares her journey of awakening to the abuse and c…

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Road to the Joy of Jazz 2024 with Trumpeter Darren English on Kofifi FM 97.2 9:26

16d ago9:26

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The Joy of Jazz Festival is set to celebrate its 25 year milestone this year with a bold line-up of performances which take place on 27th and 28th of September 2024 This year, the festival will host over 50 world class musicians, from more than 10 countries. Who take to the five stages in two days, showcasing jazz music accents from the African con…

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004: An Honest Look at Grief and Loss with JS Park 49:39

21d ago49:39

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CW/TW: depression, suicidal ideation According to chaplain J.S. Park, people are ready for the conversation around grief and loss. Since you're here, I'm going to assume you're one of them. I feel like I’ve been swimming in the waters of grief, loss, and lament for years now, and this conversation was a breath of fresh air after feeling like I was …

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Lwanda Gogwana Live at the Chiesa Di Pazzo Lupi 17:11

25d ago17:11

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Ahead of his show at the Mzantsi Jazz Award nominated "best venue for jazz" Melville's "Chiesa Di Pazzo Lupi" Trumpet Maestro Lwanda Gogwana stopped by the show to catch on all things jazz and then some.By Ngwako Malakalaka

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Joy of Jazz and Mandla Mlangeni give back to the Arts for Nelson Mandela Day 2024 18:43

23d ago18:43

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The Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, collaborated with The National School of Arts Alumni Mandla Mlangeni to raise funds for the improvement of the institution as South Africa commemorated Nelson Mandela Day 2024, We got to catch up with him on The K Jazz Show.By Ngwako Malakalaka

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003: Making Space for Everyone to be Welcomed with Jenai Auman 51:01

1M ago51:01

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Have you ever felt pushed to the margins of a community? Made to feel like you don’t quite belong? Whether it’s for your politics, sexual identity, faith (or lack of it), or for naming bad behavior, we are made to feel “othered” for a wide variety of reasons. In this week’s episode, artist and author Jenai Auman talks about her experience of being …

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Holding space: With Lizz Wright on Kofifi FM 97.2 37:03

1M ago37:03

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Our guest embraces her newfound freedom with a classic recording that encapsulates an illustrious 20-year career since the release of her debut album, Salt. She’s become renowned for her deep contralto and personal composing style, has had a remarkable career as a refined, soulful original, working with a variety of esteemed artists on various proj…

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Mastering the Basics, Overcoming Burnout and Thriving in Salesforce 1:12:56

1M ago1:12:56

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Ever wondered how mastering the basics before chasing certifications can catapult your Salesforce career? Tune in as we sit down with Matt Pieper to uncover why foundational knowledge is crucial for career advancement. Vanessa Grant also brings her inspiring stories from Dreamin' in Color, focusing on how the event empowers Salesforce professionals…

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002: Embracing Death and the Hope of Wholeness with Lore Wilbert 48:31

1M ago48:31

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Episode 2: Embracing Death and the Hope of Wholeness with Lore Wilbert Death is not always the end. In fact, it’s often a beginning and the doorway to a resurrection. Brian and Lore share the importance of embracing both death and life, the connection to nature, finding peace in the present moment, and navigating change and transformation. They als…

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French Drummer Arnaud Dolmen on Kofifi FM 97.2 29:01

1M ago29:01

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Exploration led us here, we travelled to France by the way of Guadeloupe and there we found Arnaud Dolmen. He is a drummer, composer, producer and one of the most acclaimed artists on the jazz scene. His distinctions include Revelation at the Victoires du Jazz, finalist of the Django Reinhardt Prize 2023, “French musician of the year”, “Top 3 best …

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Effective K-3 Reading Strategies with Lindsay Kemeny 31:52

1M ago31:52

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“The greatest gift we can give our students is the gift of literacy. Being able to read opens up windows of opportunities.” In this episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we’re thrilled to host Lindsay Kemeny, an elementary school teacher, author, and passionate advocate for literacy. Lindsay brings a unique blend of personal experience and prof…

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001: Navigating Toxic Systems and Maintaining Agency with Dr. Alison Cook 45:45

1M ago45:45

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Have you ever wondered how to find your way back into healthy relationships after abuse and trauma? By providing clear steps to Name, Frame, and Brave our experiences, Dr. Alison Cook offers practical wisdom to move toward healing and wholeness. We talk about the unique challenges of leaving toxic spaces and environments when they involve family or…

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Introducing Jazz pianist, Daan Herweg on The K Jazz Show 24:28

1M ago24:28

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Jazzpianist and composer Daan Herweg is a renowned musician based in Amsterdam working on both local and international stages. Began his career at the The Manhattan School of music and the conservatory of Amsterdam, he is a much sought after sideman, writer and composer with many different projects. A free improviser, hit composer and music educato…

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Celebrating, Thembi Dunjana's new Sophomore: God Bless Ikapa, God Bless Mzantsi 25:48

1M ago25:48

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This Sunday, we celebrated one of South Africa’s most extraordinary piano talents, Thembi Dunjana has established herself as a star in Cape Town’s rich Jazz scene. Drawing upon varied inspirations that range from the American influences of Coltrane, Silver, and McCoy to South African legends like Molelekwa and Mseleku. Thembi released her Mzantsi j…

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The Happiness Episode - How to Get Happy and Grow Your Career 1:04:49

2M ago1:04:49

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Ever wonder how happiness influences your career? Discover the profound connection as we chat with Andrea Allen, VP of Alliances at Argano, alongside our regular guest, Peter Ganza, the App Exchange Whisperer. Andrea shares her journey through diverse roles, community involvement, and her pivotal contributions to business growth and innovation. We …

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Empowering Every Student to Read: Insights from Dr. Hasbrouck 34:35

2M ago34:35

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“If we truly want our students to be fluent readers and comprehenders, we have to start laying that automaticity foundation back when we're teaching letter names and letter sounds and words and phrases.” Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, renowned researcher, author, and educational consultant, joins us on this Science of Reading Leadership episode to discuss the …

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Podcast Trailer 3:04

2M ago3:04

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The Broken to Beloved Podcast officially launches NEXT WEEK! Join us this season for weekly episodes each Tuesday, starting July 2. Our first guests include Lore Wilbert, JS Park, Jenai Auman, Tim Whitaker, Cait West, and many more. My hope for this podcast is to provide practical resources through compassionate conversations to grow in trauma awar…

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Remembering Gerald Mac McKenzie: A Goema Superstar 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Gerald Mack McKenzie, a composer and bassist who changed Cape Town’s Goema music tradition forever. Grew up in the city’s carnival culture and he helped form The Genuines, combining styles like rock, punk, classical and jazz with the music of his childhood. With musical guest and friend Leslie Javan, pay homage to this son of the soil and forever p…

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Job Roles in the Age of AI Automation with Futurist, Manuj Aggarwal 36:50

2M ago36:50

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Imagine a world where AI employees handle your routine tasks, from sending reminders to optimizing budgets. That's the reality Manuj Aggarwal, CIO and founder of TetraNoodle, is working to create. This episode explores the groundbreaking integration of AI technologies like robotic process automation (RPA), computer vision, and natural language proc…

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Louis Mhlanga on Kofifi FM 97.2 20:04

2M ago20:04

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Louis Mhlanga is a Southern African musician, who’s passion for the guitar started at the age of 10, imitating the likes of Jimi Hendrix and many other rock musicians from the 60s through to the 70s. He is also a scholar of both the Southern and West African guitar traditions, successfully incorporating the mbira (thumb piano) patterns of the Shona…

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Destination Employer - Keys to Building Winning Teams with Author, Gerry Gadoury 46:06

2M ago46:06

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Ready to transform your business into a "Destination Employer"? Tune in as Josh sits down with Gerry Godoury, the mastermind behind the exceptional book "Destination Employer," and tap into his 25 years of expertise in recruiting and consulting, particularly within the Salesforce ecosystem. Discover the crucial elements that can elevate your leader…

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Bridging the Knowledge Gap with Natalie Wexler 24:47

2M ago24:47

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“We have lots of evidence that having knowledge of the topic really helps you with reading comprehension.” In this powerful Science of Reading Leadership episode, we welcome Natalie Wexler, an esteemed education writer and author of "The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—And How to Fix It." Natalie shares her exte…

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The Kobe Gregoir Group on Kofifi FM 97.2 32:05

2M ago32:05

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Belgian Drummer Kobe Gregoir, whose magical collaboration between Dutch/Congolese spoken word artist, Danielle Zawadi, encourages the fusion of spoken word, rap, and jazz as a bi -cultural snapshot of Generation Z, and they influenced by American jazz from the turbulent 1960s with a powerful spoken-word and jazz project representing Africa and Euro…

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Transforming Literacy in Greene County 27:37

2M ago27:37

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“We know if we can get more books into the hands of kids and in their homes, and if our parents know how to utilize and encourage [reading], we will be better off.” In this episode of the Science of Reading Leadership, we dive into the inspiring story of Crystal Parten, the Director of Teaching and Learning in Greene County Schools, Georgia. From a…

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Derek Gripper on Kofifi FM 97.2 28:31

2M ago28:31

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Defined as a meeting between instruments, not traditions. Most certainly, the dialogue between Ballaké Sissoko’s kora and Derek Gripper’s guitar is a summit between two master musicians who are operating with control and freedom at the highest peaks of their art. Armed with Ballake’s Sissoko’s kora tradition and lineage traverse the once powerful e…

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Build a Top Boutique Salesforce Firm: Strategies from Flok Consulting Founders 1:00:02

3M ago1:00:02

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Unlock the secrets to building a successful boutique consulting firm as Drew Benson and Jimmy Glynn from Flock Consulting join us on the Salesforce Career Show! Discover how Flock's unique company culture not only attracts top talent but also fosters an environment where employees feel like they're working with friends. From their early days meetin…

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Unlocking Multilingual Literacy: Insights from Dr. Claude Goldenberg 41:28

3M ago41:28

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“Teach all of our kids, give up on none.” - Dr. Goldenberg In this inspiring episode of the Science of Reading Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Claude Goldenberg, Nomellini & Olivier Professor of Education at Stanford University to discuss effective strategies for enhancing literacy among multilingual learners. Dr. Goldenberg's deep passion…

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Thandeka Dlaldla on The K Jazz Show on Kofifi FM 97.2 15:30

3M ago15:30

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Thandeka Dladla has been spending some time in Joburg over the past week or so working on different things including an incredible performance in Melville last night. She joins us this afternoon as we wrap up her tour, talking about that experience and some of the interesting things she has been up to… Vocalist and fellow West Rand native Thandeka …

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Building Literacy Foundations: A Strategic Vision in Hillsborough County 28:25

3M ago28:25

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"Kids are too valuable. You can't say, 'Well, we'll see what happens in five years.' No, The urgency is always there." This week, we talked with special guest, Tracie Bergman, a passionate literacy advocate and the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum Instruction with a Literacy Focus at Hillsborough County Public Schools. With a career spanning …

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Miz Mantwa talks the 25th Edition of the Joy of Jazz on Kofifi FM 97.2 15:28

3M ago15:28

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It is the 25th edition and in true Joy of Jazz style, it is going to be spectacular, joining us in studio to talk more about the festival is the ever stylish and effervescent CEO of Johanneburg’s favourite festival. Please welcome back Mantwa Chinoamadi who is better known as Miz MantwaBy Ngwako Malakalaka

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Darius Brubeck "Playing the Changes" on Kofifi FM 97.2 33:31

3M ago33:31

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Our guest is a jazz pianist, composer and author who introduced the first university jazz course in Africa in 1984 and established the internationally famous Centre for Jazz & Popular Music on the Durban campus of the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Throughout this time he toured internationally leading professional and student groups and playing with…

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Wage Trends, + Strategies for Career Advancement and Authentic Hiring with Stacey Whitaker 1:18:38

3M ago1:18:38

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Unlock the secrets of crafting a career within the Salesforce ecosystem with the wisdom of Stacey Whitaker, a Salesforce MVP Hall of Famer whose insights on authenticity could very well be the key to your next breakthrough. This episode is a treasure trove for professionals seeking to navigate the hiring process with integrity, from presenting your…

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A Journey to Transforming Reading Instruction with Dr. Tanya Wilson-Thevanesan 32:13

3M ago32:13

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In this episode, we dive deep into transforming reading instruction with Dr. Tanya Wilson-Thavenason, Deputy Superintendent for School Improvement and Community Engagement at Fairport Central School District. Discover how Dr. Wilson-Thavenason, an equity-driven leader, uses her passion for literacy and community engagement to revolutionize reading …

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Outgrowing The Salesforce Hoodie: Career Growth Advice from the Pros 1:13:06

4M ago1:13:06

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Embark on a revealing journey through the Salesforce ecosystem as we join forces with seasoned professionals at the Salesforce World Tour in New York City. Uncover the transformative power of retaining a beginner's mindset with the wisdom of Makeda Keegan and other industry veterans. Their candid stories chart the course from fledgling novices to e…

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Building Strong Foundations: Engaging Parents for Early Literacy Success 7:44

3M ago7:44

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In this episode of Science of Reading Leadership, Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick, Superintendent of Lancaster County Schools, joins us to highlight some of the district’s initiatives aimed at accelerating reading achievement. Learn why Lancaster County Schools prioritizes: Data-driven intervention Early literacy support to get students ready for kindergar…

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How to Become a Salesforce Digital Nomad: Embracing Travel with Alex Lapa 32:57

4M ago32:57

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Have you ever packed your life into a suitcase and taken your work with you to a corner of the world where the sun always shines? That's the story of Alex Lapa, a Salesforce architect who's mastered the art of living and working anywhere. As our guest, he takes us on a journey through the digital nomad lifestyle from his base in the sun-kissed Sout…

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Strengthening Community and Family Involvement to Boost Literacy 11:19

4M ago11:19

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Tune into this inspiring conversation with Dr. Jeremy Owoh, Superintendent of Jacksonville North Pulaski School District, as he discusses the inventive literacy strategies being adopted in his district to enhance reading skills among both students and adults. Dr. Owoh highlights some of the district’s unique community partnerships and initiatives t…

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Matt Bianco and the Cape Town International Jazz Fest 2024 on Kofifi FM 97.2 16:49

4M ago16:49

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As we draw closer to International Jazz Day 2024, many festival goers are headed to various music festivals and gatherings which, we have been talking about here on the k jazz show, including the cape town international jazz festival which takes place this week. And as part of the run up to this gathering we are joined by one of the acts that will …

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Transforming Literacy in a Multicultural District 11:25

4M ago11:25

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“You have to be strategic. If we are focusing on literacy, we have to go all in on literacy. That means that literacy shows up in math, science, social studies, and P.E.” Dr. Adam Clark, Superintendent of Mount Diablo Unified School District, shares how innovative strategies, targeted professional development, and strategic resources boost literacy…

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